<strong><img src="/Client/images/static/partners/contractor_est.gif" width="75" height="75" align="left" alt="American Society of Professional Estimators logo">Endorsed by the San Diego Chapter of the American Society of Professional Estimators.</strong><br clear="all" /><br />
<strong>Why this certificate?</strong>
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Provides an excellent overview of basic and advanced principles of construction estimating and bidding in the construction industry. No entrance exams are required. Course times are scheduled year-round to be compatible with your work commitments. Each course meets online for ten weeks. Discussions using an online bulletin board afford the opportunity to examine everyday construction challenges shared by others in the construction industry.<br /><br />
<strong>Location of Classes</strong><br />
This certificate program is held online. Consistent access to the Internet is required.<br /><br />
The program advisor, Bob George, has extensive experience in construction estimating and project management and is an active member of several professional organizations. He has instructed in college-level programs throughout San Diego County. In this program, he will present experts in the various fields of construction.<br /><br />
<img src="/Client/images/static/partners/contractor.gif" align="left" width="75" height="75" alt="Associated General Contractors of America logo"> <strong>Courses are offered in cooperation with the San Diego Chapter of the Associated General Contractors of America.</strong><br clear="all" /><br />
This program is authorized by SDSU's College of Engineering.<br /><br />
<strong>Workplace Benefits</strong>
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<li>Proven techniques from experts in construction specialties</li>
<li> Practical on-the-job skills you can use right away</li>
<li> The knowledge you need to move into supervisory roles</li>
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<strong>Textbook Required</strong><br />
Textbook/course material information is available at <a href=" http://www.sdsubookstore.com/es" target="_blank">www.sdsubookstore.com/es</a>; just use your five digit schedule number when selecting a course.<br /><br />
<strong><a name="contact"></a>For additional information please email <a href="mailto:construction-ces@sdsu.edu">construction-ces@sdsu.edu</a> or call (619) 594-5489.</strong><br /><br />
For an online demo go to <a href="http://www.constructionclasses.com/potential_student.htm" target="_blank">www.constructionclasses.com/potential_student.htm</a>
Course Descriptions
Develop foundational knowledge of construction materials and the processes that utilize these materials; understand and report back on how these materials and processes function in green construction; become familiar with the materials (and the processes of) concrete, brick, wood and lumber, ferrous and nonferrous metals, masonry, waterproofing, and more; and, become familiar with regulations of producing and installing materials.
Students will learn estimating problem-solving in general conditions, civil work, concrete, and masonry (excavation, backfill, grading, paving, landscaping, etc.). Hands-on estimating with quantity take-off, pricing, and bidding is stressed. Uniform cost index categories one-four will be covered.<br><br>
<a href="http://www.sdsubookstore.com/es/" title="SDSU Bookstore site" target="_blank">This class requires the purchase of textbook materials</a>.
This course features hands-on estimating and quantity take-off activities associated with metals, wood, doors and windows, finishes, electrical, and mechanical estimating.<br /><br />
<a href="http://www.sdsubookstore.com/es/" title="SDSU Bookstore site" target="_blank">This class requires the purchase of textbook materials</a>.
This course is designed to provide you with that foundational knowledge and enough practice at reading blueprints to get you started. Mastery of blueprint reading will come with practice and with using blueprints on the job on a regular basis.<br><br>
<a href="http://www.sdsubookstore.com/es/" title="SDSU Bookstore site" target="_blank">This class requires the purchase of textbook materials.</a>
After completing this course, students will understand the different types of estimates and how to organize an estimating document. Levels of estimates, quantity take-off techniques, materials pricing methods, and labor productivity rates will be addressed. Students will learn how to determine profit and overhead mark-up and how to determine construction costs.<br><br>
<a href="http://www.sdsubookstore.com/es/" title="SDSU Bookstore site" target="_blank">This class requires the purchase of textbook materials</a>.